Protect Your Building with a Thermographic Survey and Exterior Waterproofing

November 28, 2024

Constructing a building is a long and expensive process, but is ultimately worth the money. Ideally, you get what you paid for when you invest in a structure: a working building that you can rely on for years to come.

Repairs, on the other hand, are necessary but aren’t exactly an exciting investment. Investing in a new building comes with the promise of starting something new: a new home, a new business, new community infrastructure. But if you’re investing in repairs, it generally means that something has gone wrong.

Here at Wharry, we believe that you should be able to protect the buildings you invested in and keep your savings for the next investment. That’s why we provide our clients with a thermographic survey and exterior waterproofing. This month, we’re discussing why getting a thermographic survey and exterior waterproofing can help you avoid financial disaster.

Why Get a Thermographic Survey?

If you’re not already familiar with building maintenance and construction, you’re probably not just wondering why to get a thermographic survey; you’re probably wondering what a thermographic survey is.

A thermographic survey is basically an audit of your building’s thermal performance and insulation. Using infrared imaging, we get visualize the different temperatures in your building. This shows us how heat moves around the building, answering questions like:

  • Which areas are warmer/cooler?
  • Are there any air leaks in the structure?
  • How effective is the building’s insulation?
  • Where is heat escaping from the building?

Getting a thermographic survey is essential because it helps detect small problems before they escalate. Improperly installed insulation, for instance, can become damp, causing rot to spread throughout the building. By performing a thermographic survey, you can avoid future problems and keep your energy costs low.

The Benefits of Exterior Waterproofing

If you’ve ever maintained a home, business, or other building, then you know how essential exterior waterproofing is. Without proper exterior waterproofing, your building may be at risk for anything ranging from water leaks to flooding. Luckily, there are a few exterior waterproofing methods that can make a world of difference:

Waterproofing Membranes.  “Membranes” makes this sound fancy, but it’s actually a pretty straightforward process. By using adhesive materials like asphalt or wraps such as thermoplastic, you can protect your building from costly water seepage.

Cement Based Products. Cement based waterproofing materials combine cement with adhesive materials to create a thick (but surprisingly flexible) waterproof barrier.

Crystalline Powder. Crystalline powder mixes with concrete to give it both enhanced durability and waterproofing. Because of the structural makeup of the crystals in concrete, cement for your building becomes watertight, making this perfect for roofs and basements.

Protect Your Investment with Wharry Engineering

Nobody likes having to pay for expensive, time-consuming repairs. Instead, it’s better to keep what you have already and keep it for an affordable price. That’s why we here at Wharry Engineering offer thermographic surveys and exterior waterproofing to our community. To protect your building and your investments, click here to contact our team at Wharry today!